NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Kansas City W defeated Chicago Red Stars W 4:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by Debinha 7′, Bia Zaneratto 51′, N. Gomes 58′, T. Chawinga 73′, L. LaBonta 90′ (pen.). 4 yellow cards were shown. Kansas City W had 56% possession while Chicago Red Stars W held 44%. Kansas City W had 26 shots (10 on target) compared to 11 (5 on target) for Chicago Red Stars W. Kansas City W made 5 substitutions, Chicago Red Stars W made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Kansas City W and Chicago Red Stars W — 5 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Bia Zaneratto
assist: T. Chawinga
assist: A. Schlegel
assist: M. Long
Penalty
Match Statistics
Kansas City W had 56% possession against Chicago Red Stars W's 44%. Kansas City W registered 26 shots (10 on target) while Chicago Red Stars W managed 11 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 13–3. Fouls committed: 4–8.
Lineups
Kansas City W lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Vlatko Andonovski, while Chicago Red Stars W deployed a 4-3-3 under Anders Jacobson.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Kansas City W is 6.80, compared to 6.64 for Chicago Red Stars W. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Kansas City W's highest-rated starter is T. Chawinga (7.35), while Chicago Red Stars W's best-rated player is N. Gomes (6.77).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Kansas City W have contributed 6 goals and 3 assists this season, led by T. Chawinga (3G). Chicago Red Stars W's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by N. Gomes (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Kansas City W deploy 2 defenders rated 6.46 on average, against Chicago Red Stars W's 2-man backline averaging 6.72. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Kansas City W field 7 midfielders averaging 6.88, versus Chicago Red Stars W's 7 rated 6.57. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Kansas City W start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.95, compared to 1 for Chicago Red Stars W averaging 6.77. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 71% for Kansas City W and 79% for Chicago Red Stars W. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Kansas City W's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Chicago Red Stars W. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Kansas City W's starting XI is 26.7 (youngest: K. Scott (18), oldest: Debinha (34)), while Chicago Red Stars W average 29.6 (youngest: B. Franklin (25), oldest: A. Naeher (37)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Kansas City W's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 7 for Chicago Red Stars W. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Vlatko Andonovski
Substitutes
Coach: Anders Jacobson
Rivalry since 2021
Kansas City W vs Chicago Red Stars W Head to Head Results· 17
Kansas City W and Chicago Red Stars W have met 17 times — Kansas City W won 7, Chicago Red Stars W won 6, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Kansas City W leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 17 meetings. A combined 61 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.59 per match (32 for the home side, 29 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (65%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 14 games (82%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–3 in 2023.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Kansas City W have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Chicago Red Stars W show 1 win, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026